Improving GPS positioning accuracy using weighted Kalman Filter and variance estimation methods

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 515-527
Author(s):  
Sh. Shokri ◽  
N. Rahemi ◽  
M. R. Mosavi
Keyword(s):  
Kalman Filter ◽  
Variance Estimation ◽  
Estimation Methods ◽  
Positioning Accuracy ◽  
Gps Positioning

scholarly journals The New Trend of State Estimation: From Model-Driven to Hybrid-Driven Methods

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 2085
Author(s):  
Xue-Bo Jin ◽  
Ruben Jonhson Robert RobertJeremiah ◽  
Ting-Li Su ◽  
Yu-Ting Bai ◽  
Jian-Lei Kong
Keyword(s):  
Kalman Filter ◽  
State Estimation ◽  
Future Development ◽  
Data Driven ◽  
Estimation Methods ◽  
Multiple Model ◽  
Development Trends ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Model Driven ◽  
Model Based

State estimation is widely used in various automated systems, including IoT systems, unmanned systems, robots, etc. In traditional state estimation, measurement data are instantaneous and processed in real time. With modern systems’ development, sensors can obtain more and more signals and store them. Therefore, how to use these measurement big data to improve the performance of state estimation has become a hot research issue in this field. This paper reviews the development of state estimation and future development trends. First, we review the model-based state estimation methods, including the Kalman filter, such as the extended Kalman filter (EKF), unscented Kalman filter (UKF), cubature Kalman filter (CKF), etc. Particle filters and Gaussian mixture filters that can handle mixed Gaussian noise are discussed, too. These methods have high requirements for models, while it is not easy to obtain accurate system models in practice. The emergence of robust filters, the interacting multiple model (IMM), and adaptive filters are also mentioned here. Secondly, the current research status of data-driven state estimation methods is introduced based on network learning. Finally, the main research results for hybrid filters obtained in recent years are summarized and discussed, which combine model-based methods and data-driven methods. This paper is based on state estimation research results and provides a more detailed overview of model-driven, data-driven, and hybrid-driven approaches. The main algorithm of each method is provided so that beginners can have a clearer understanding. Additionally, it discusses the future development trends for researchers in state estimation.

scholarly journals Orbit Propagation and Determination of Low Earth Orbit Satellites

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ho-Nien Shou
Keyword(s):  
Kalman Filter ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Unscented Kalman Filter ◽  
Estimation Method ◽  
Nonlinear Problems ◽  
Low Earth Orbit ◽  
Earth Orbit ◽  
Positioning Accuracy ◽  
Orbit Propagation

This paper represents orbit propagation and determination of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Satellite global positioning system (GPS) configured receiver provides position and velocity measures by navigating filter to get the coordinates of the orbit propagation (OP). The main contradictions in real-time orbit which is determined by the problem are orbit positioning accuracy and the amount of calculating two indicators. This paper is dedicated to solving the problem of tradeoffs. To plan to use a nonlinear filtering method for immediate orbit tasks requires more precise satellite orbit state parameters in a short time. Although the traditional extended Kalman filter (EKF) method is widely used, its linear approximation of the drawbacks in dealing with nonlinear problems was especially evident, without compromising Kalman filter (unscented Kalman Filter, UKF). As a new nonlinear estimation method, it is measured at the estimated measurements on more and more applications. This paper will be the first study on UKF microsatellites in LEO orbit in real time, trying to explore the real-time precision orbit determination techniques. Through the preliminary simulation results, they show that, based on orbit mission requirements and conditions using UKF, they can satisfy the positioning accuracy and compute two indicators.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Sensitivity of Extended Kalman Filter-Based Inertia Estimation Method to the Assumed Time of Disturbance

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 483 ◽  
Author(s):  
Davide del Giudice ◽  
Samuele Grillo
Keyword(s):  
Kalman Filter ◽  
Extended Kalman Filter ◽  
Situational Awareness ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Estimation Method ◽  
Electric Power System ◽  
Estimation Methods ◽  
Frequency Regulation ◽  
Time Required ◽  
Primary Frequency

The frequency behavior of an electric power system right after a power imbalance is determined by its inertia constant. The current shift in generation mix towards renewable energy sources is leading to a smaller and more variable inertia, thereby compromising the frequency stability of modern grids. Therefore, real-time inertia estimation methods would be beneficial for grid operators, as their situational awareness would be enhanced. This paper focuses on an inertia estimation method specifically tailored for synchronous generators, based on the extended Kalman filter (EKF). Such a method should be started at the time of disturbance, which must be estimated accurately, otherwise additional errors could be introduced in the inertia estimation process. In this paper, the sensitivity of the EKF-based inertia estimation method to the assumed time of disturbance is analyzed. It is shown that such sensitivity is influenced by the initially assumed inertia constant, the use time of the filter and by the time required for primary frequency regulation to be activated.

scholarly journals A Novel KGP Algorithm for Improving INS/GPS Integrated Navigation Positioning Accuracy

Sensors ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (7) ◽  
pp. 1623 ◽  
Author(s):  
Huibing Zhang ◽  
Tong Li ◽  
Lihua Yin ◽  
Dingke Liu ◽  
Ya Zhou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neural Network ◽  
Particle Swarm Optimization ◽  
Kalman Filter ◽  
Decision Tree ◽  
Particle Swarm ◽  
Sensor Data ◽  
Gradient Boosting ◽  
Integrated Navigation ◽  
Swarm Optimization ◽  
Positioning Accuracy

The fusion of multi-source sensor data is an effective method for improving the accuracy of vehicle navigation. The generalization abilities of neural-network-based inertial devices and GPS integrated navigation systems weaken as the nonlinearity in the system increases, resulting in decreased positioning accuracy. Therefore, a KF-GDBT-PSO (Kalman Filter-Gradient Boosting Decision Tree-Particle Swarm Optimization, KGP) data fusion method was proposed in this work. This method establishes an Inertial Navigation System (INS) error compensation model by integrating Kalman Filter (KF) and Gradient Boosting Decision Tree (GBDT). To improve the prediction accuracy of the GBDT, we optimized the learning algorithm and the fitness parameter using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO). When the GPS signal was stable, the KGP method was used to solve the nonlinearity issue between the vehicle feature and positioning data. When the GPS signal was unstable, the training model was used to correct the positioning error for the INS, thereby improving the positioning accuracy and continuity. The experimental results show that our method increased the positioning accuracy by 28.20–59.89% compared with the multi-layer perceptual neural network and random forest regression.

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